Pontfaen YFC were named overall winners at the 78th annual Brecknock YFC Rally.

The event was held on Saturday, June 1 at Cwmbryn, Beulah by the kind permission of Mr and Mrs Gwyn Protheroe and family - host club Troedrhiwdalar YFC.

Gwyn and Tracey Protheroe were elected a Rally Presidents alongside Gwyn’s parents Efryland and Megan, with Mr and Mrs Dilwyn Willams as Deputy Presidents.

The Rally also saw the election of Presidents and Deputy Presidents
The Rally also saw the election of Rally Presidents and Deputy Presidents (Copyright: Ruth Rees Photography) (.)

Congratulations to Pontfaen YFC for winning the Rally Day and the Overall Winter Competitions Calendar. Further congratulations to Llanigon YFC for winning the Duhonw Lodge Shield. 

A spokesperson for Brecknock YFC said: “I’m sure you will all agree what a fantastic venue it was, we cannot thank the host family, rally officials and helpers for all their hard work leading up to the rally and providing us with an outstanding site. 

“On behalf of the Federation, we would like to thank the Rally Chairman’s Aled Jones and Neil Lawrence, Rally Secretaries Leanne Davies and Danielle Jones.

“Thank you to all our Judges, Stewards, County Officials, Announcers and Recorders for all your hard work and ensuring the day ran smoothly. 

“Andrew Bufton for providing the PA system and Ruth Rees Photography for capturing the day. 

“A huge thank you must go to our Main Sponsors Hay & Brecon Farmers and all businesses who sponsored the day - your support and generosity is very much appreciated.”

Brecknock YFC also wished good luck to all first placed competitors and teams, who will now go forward and represent the county at the Royal Welsh Show and national finals later this year.

“Congratulations to you all, it was great to see so many members taking part and good entries in all competitions,” added the spokesperson.

For full results and further details, please visit the Brecknock YFC website at: https://www.brecknockyfc.co.uk/

Brecknock YFCs are open to all young people aged between 10-27 years, whether from an agricultural background or not.

There is something for everyone in YFC, activities range from: drama, sport, public speaking, stockjudging, training, quizzes and socialising to name but a few.

There are 12 Clubs within Brecknock, boasting 500 members.

The Brecknock YFC Rally was held Cwmbryn, Beulah
The Rally was held Cwmbryn, Beulah (Copyright: Ruth Rees Photography) (.)